Fab Production Equipment Engineer

Kionix, Inc., a global leader in the design and fabrication of high-performance sensors, has an immediate opening for a Fab Production Equipment Engineer. Qualified individuals interested in joining a team dedicated to bringing the latest sensor technology to the global marketplace are encouraged to apply. We offer a stimulating and challenging entrepreneurial environment with the opportunity to play a key role in the growth of our Company.

Education/Training

BS Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Technology or the equivalent combination of education, training, and/or work experience.
Key Requirements
  • Prior work experience in a semi-conductor manufacturing environment is desirable.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills, the ability to read schematics and repair equipment, and a solid work ethic are essential.
  • Organizational skills including thorough documentation of plans and results are necessary.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience processing data through MySQL and MATLAB is preferred.
  • Familiarity with Statistical Process Control methods is desirable.
  • Ability to effectively partner with operations personnel is critical.
  • Experience with Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing is desirable.
Key Responsibilities
  • Implement safety procedures and improvements to maintain an environment free of work-related injuries.
  • Implement a preventive maintenance program, including spare parts inventory & service contracts, to enhance tool performance.
  • Provide 24-hour, on-call support for tool troubleshooting.
  • Prepare and deliver training documentation/support and response procedures to elevate the ability of our operators to address common problems.
  • Implement tool enhancements to increase wafer and die yields via particle reduction, lower wafer breakage rates, etc.
  • Institute Fab operational efficiency and/or tool/process improvements targeted to reduce fab cycle time, increase tool availability, and increase throughput.
  • As a member of the Operations team, you will be focused on continuous improvement of our Fab performance metrics and you will achieve these results in a team-based environment, working in concert with our operators and Process Development Engineers.